Title: Penang Island Travel Guide: Best of Penang Island, Malaysia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island-Hotels.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Penang Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Car-Hire-Guide)[Penang Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Penang Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Penang showing a cascade, rainforest and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39450-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang showing a small town or village and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41464-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang which includes street scenes and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39452-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang National Park showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41311-Penang-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Penang Island Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Penang Island ![Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown George Town 4.5/5(155 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Downtown-George-Town.dx6056055) ![Tropical Spice Garden showing signage and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41319-Tropical-Spice-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Batu Ferringhi Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Batu-Ferringhi.dx3000003711) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7cc73776baf6567df3b00ade7aef887d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tanjung Tokong Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Tanjung-Tokong.dx3000003573) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ab0c49f87e3eb6534dd68f50788589c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bayan Lepas 4/5(9 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Bayan-Lepas.dx6139012) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/238d9759e75f7f657b17fab02a551220.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tanjung Pinang If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seri-Tanjung-Pinang.dx553248635976396456) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ec787afd96958df3c3e30dad2da51005.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gelugor You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at The Light City or Penang Youth and Sports Complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Gelugor.dx6336183) - Top hotels in Penang Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Penang Island ![Bayview Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4360000/4350600/4350566/f21b1195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bayview Beach Resort Batu Ferringhi Beach George Town Penang £53 15 Jan - 16 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Room wss great Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=4350566&PinnedHotelID=4350566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194258) ![Amari SPICE Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78620000/78616800/78616735/c6373625_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Amari SPICE Penang 2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas George Town Penang £69 10 Jan - 11 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (273 reviews) Checked in was very smooth, "Yaya" from the checked in counter was very helpful and she even call the room to check is everything ok. Breakfast spread was superb. The only setback was the pillow for my 4 nights stay, to soft, maybe hotel can invest for a better pillow, a bit firm should be nice. Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026&selected=78616735&PinnedHotelID=78616735&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194258) ![JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14457/7b5b5b60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La Magazine Road George Town Penang £67 31 Jan - 1 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Room was clean, and well equiped. Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=14457&PinnedHotelID=14457&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194258) [See all 898 properties in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635976194258) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Granite Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18364400/18364333/d2b16904_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Granite Luxury Hotel 191\. Jalan Magazine George Town Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (225 reviews) The staff very helpful hotel with a great pool Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Hotels-M-Summit-191-Executive-Hotel-Suites.h18364333.Hotel-Information) ![Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188200/102188111/w3996h2667x4y0-c0c35ca7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang 55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang Stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews) It is highly recommended property if you would like to be treated like a princess Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Hotels-Marriott-Executive-Apartments.h102188111.Hotel-Information) ![lyf Georgetown Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110550000/110540600/110540585/53e0a9ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### lyf Georgetown Penang No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (26 reviews) I came with my elderly parents, and i really appreciate the hotel staffs' assistance. The hotel staffs were attentive, especially the girl named Collette. She is friendly, helpful and very passionate about this job. Even though she is not a front desk staff, yet she still provided assistance where ... Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lyf-Georgetown-Penang.h110540585.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976194258&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gurney-Drive-Downtown-George-Town.d6204190.Attraction) ![Penang Hill](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474427-Penang-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penang Hill 4.5/5(45 reviews) Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Attraction) ![Queensbay Mall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ad55d58a5060bd18683a19125fc4e22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensbay Mall 4/5(21 reviews) During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensbay-Mall-Bayan-Lepas.d6113884.Attraction) ![KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41331-Komtar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KOMTAR 4/5(49 reviews) Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment. [](https://expedia.co.uk/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Attraction) ![Ferringgi Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cbb48e114a0031d5826401fd6efbc3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ferringgi Beach 4/5(36 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferringgi-Beach-Batu-Ferringhi.d6056054.Attraction) ![Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39416-Kek-Lok-Si-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kek Lok Si Temple 4.5/5(36 reviews) Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kek-Lok-Si-Temple-George-Town.d6113864.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Top Penang Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48708015/083eb192-6d6a-4e75-86ad-20b9d8f022a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket £10 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-george-town-the-top-penang-entry-ticket.a48708015.activity-details) ![Main Facade](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1316552/cbc6088a-5c7a-4007-8fab-39e5952cd41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town £5 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-cheong-fatt-tzes-blue-mansion-in-george-town.a1316552.activity-details) ![Cycling along the beautiful river](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/709711/730a0d1c-dd6e-4369-bf48-4213e6eab629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour £23 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details) ![Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/896439/655bda03-8f45-4e92-af39-0c345566fa90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm £11 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-entopia-by-penang-butterfly-farm.a896439.activity-details) ![The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44760669/d7e04715-3cbc-44a8-b261-29483ea203e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket £10 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-habitat-entry-ticket.a44760669.activity-details) ![TeddyVille Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2279853/048a31b4-ff1e-4843-b47f-8d135a3130de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket £5 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-teddyville-museum-entry-ticket.a2279853.activity-details) [See all activities in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Penang Island ![George Town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/532000/532892-george-town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### George Town ![Jerejak Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/70582799c0e92544ed4480d9327f583d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jerejak Island ![Photo by Nat K](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/775f332bf0df3bc0ea5059c34e6dffe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Balik Pulau ![Kek Lok Si Temple which includes forest scenes, religious aspects and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39412-Kek-Lok-Si-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kampung Cantik - Cities near Penang Island - Places of interest [George Town](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town.dx6023813)[Jerejak Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Jerejak-Island.dx6056058)[Balik Pulau](https://expedia.co.uk/Balik-Pulau.dx3000003714)[Kampung Cantik](https://expedia.co.uk/Kampung-Cantik.dx3000730957)[Kampung Permatang Damar Laut](https://expedia.co.uk/Kampung-Permatang-Damar-Laut.dx3000751787)[Mukim 16 Ayer Hitam](https://expedia.co.uk/Mukim-16-Ayer-Hitam.dx553248635975879773)[Mukim 13 Paya Terubong](https://expedia.co.uk/Mukim-13-Paya-Terubong.dx553248635975880141)[Batu Lanchang](https://expedia.co.uk/Batu-Lanchang.dx553248635976384905) - [Gurney Drive ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gurney-Drive-Downtown-George-Town.d6204190.Attraction) - [Gurney Plaza ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gurney-Plaza-Downtown-George-Town.d6113858.Attraction) - [Penang Hill ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Attraction) - [KOMTAR ](https://expedia.co.uk/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Attraction) - [Ferringgi Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferringgi-Beach-Batu-Ferringhi.d6056054.Attraction) - [Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swettenham-Pier-Cruise-Terminal-Downtown-George-Town.d553248621591293145.Attraction) - [Kek Lok Si Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kek-Lok-Si-Temple-George-Town.d6113864.Attraction) - [Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arulmigu-Balathandayuthapani-Temple-George-Town.d6325517.Attraction) - [Penang City Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-City-Hall-Downtown-George-Town.d6113872.Attraction) - [Penang National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-National-Park-George-Town.d6116166.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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